Name: Peanut Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp sriracha plus more for serving; 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce 1 tbsp in sauce, 1 tbsp for tossing; 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tsp maple syrup; 1 tsp grated fresh ginger; 4 to 6 tbsp water to thin sauce; 8 oz dried udon or rice noodles; 1/2 English cucumber julienned; 1 medium carrot julienned; 7 oz extra-firm tofu cut into thin strips; fresh mint, cilantro, and/or basil for garnish; crushed peanuts or sesame seeds for garnish

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Overview

Prep10 min

Cook10 min

Total20 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter2 tbsp fresh lime juice2 tbsp rice vinegar1 tbsp srirachaplus more for serving2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce1 tbsp in sauce, 1 tbsp for tossing1 tbsp toasted sesame oil2 tsp maple syrup1 tsp grated fresh ginger4 to 6 tbsp waterto thin sauce8 oz dried udon or rice noodles1/2 English cucumberjulienned1 medium carrotjulienned7 oz extra-firm tofucut into thin strips fresh mint, cilantro, and/or basilfor garnish crushed peanuts or sesame seedsfor garnish

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Equipment

Mixing bowl
Whisk or spoon
Large pot
Colander
Julienne peeler or sharp knife

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Method

01

Whisk the peanut sauce

In a medium bowl, stir peanut butter, lime juice, rice vinegar, sriracha, 1 tablespoon tamari, sesame oil, maple syrup, ginger, and 4 tablespoons water until creamy. Thin with more water if needed.

02

Cook and cool the noodles

Boil the noodles according to the package until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and toss with the peanut sauce and the remaining tablespoon of tamari.

03

Build the bowls

Divide noodles into four bowls. Top with cucumber, carrot, and tofu. Garnish with herbs and crushed peanuts. Serve with sriracha on the side.

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Tips

NoteAurora prefers the garnish. I prefer the last bite.

NoteMake it once, then make it yours with tiny swaps.

NoteLeftovers are friends if you store them kindly.

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Nutrition

Caloriesvaries

NoteApproximate; depends on servings and toppings

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Storage

RefrigeratorStore covered and reheat gently when needed.

Best freshFlavor and texture are happiest the day you make it.

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Frequently asked

Can I change it a little?+

Yes — keep the heart of the method and swap toppings or veggies as you like.

How do I store leftovers?+

Cool, cover, and refrigerate. Reheat gently when needed.

Is this hard?+

No — easy steps, soft kitchen energy.

Peanut Noodles

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment